Senior confirmed
Obie
Meet Obie At 7 years young and 100 pounds of lovable fluff, Obie is your classic gentle giant with a heart as big as his paws. This handsome Goldendoo…
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
Senior dogs in Michigan
Senior dogs for adoption in Michigan
Meet 56 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Michigan. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 31–56 of 56 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Senior dogs — age 7 and up — wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually already house-trained, past the chewing stage, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog in Michigan means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs in Michigan
10+ years
Murray
Murray is a Beagle mix estimated to be about 10 years old. He is a very gentle, low-maintenance, easy dog and, despite his age, has a spring in his st…
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
10+ years
Ollie
Ollie is an older Lab/Pit mix looking for a new place to lay his head through no fault of his own. Ollie is described as energetic, affectionate, and …
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
DESERT HEAT
DESERT HEAT sire GABLE SOUR CREAM dam JOY GLOVANNL SEE WEBSITE EOR UPDATES
Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan • Grandville, MI
10+ years
Kirby ♥
Meet Kirby, this 14 yr old spunky Shih Tzu boy. It’s difficult to tell he is over 14 yrs old. He’s very agile enjoying several walks and exploring th…
Last Day Dog Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
LUNA IN TEXAS
My name is Luna and I'm quite the princess. I take time to settle in and decide who I can trust. I'm definitely a "people person". Once I feel comfort…
Naked K9 & Small Dog Rescue • Erie, MI
Senior confirmed
AMF CRYING GAL
AMF CRYING GAL sire LONESOME CRY dam AMF GINA SEE WEBSITE FOR UPDATES
Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan • Grandville, MI
Senior confirmed
Consuela
MEET CONSUELA At 8 years old, Consuela is learning how to navigate a world that suddenly feels very different. After losing the only home and person s…
Canine Companions Rescue Center • Clarkston, MI
10+ years
Rockyroad
Meet Rocky Road: Your Sweetest Match! Hello there! I am Rocky Road, an 11-year-old neutered male who qualifies for the Seniors for Seniors adoption p…
Last Day Dog Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
Peace - Located in NY
Peace is a gorgeous, 8-year-old Belgian malinois who was in desperate need of saving from a Broward County shelter. Peace was biting his tail and spin…
Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. • Imlay City, MI
Senior confirmed
Ramsey- located in NM
Once abandoned and emaciated, Ramsey has made an incredible comeback and is now safe, thriving, and ready for his next chapter. Ramsey is 8 years youn…
Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. • Imlay City, MI
Senior confirmed
Zz Nilah~ Courtesy
Nilah 8 year old female spayed pit mix. Very loving dog that loves to play outside and chew on bones. She gets along with other dogs, cats and kids.
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
10+ years
Bear
Bear is very people oriented wants to be with his person all the time. He does fine with older kids, is good with dogs and unknown with cats.
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
At Risk
Tiago - Located in GA
Tiago was dumped at a kill shelter at 10 years old by his owner. His history is one of abuse and neglect, but this old man still has plenty of miles l…
Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. • Imlay City, MI
Senior confirmed
Mwanna
Mwanna is a very sweet, 8 year old chihuahua. She is blind but gets around fairly well once she learns the lay out. She is friendly and loves to be ar…
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
Senior confirmed
Deek
Meet Deek! This sweet boy may start off shy, but once he knows you’re a friend, he’ll melt into your arms for attention and cuddles. Deek absolutely a…
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
Senior confirmed
Loki
Loki is looking for a special home! When he is around people he knows and trusts, he is extremely sweet and well behaved. He builds strong bonds and …
Last Day Dog Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
BROOKLYN
BROOKLYN is a large male senior Pit Bull Terrier at Saginaw County Animal Care & Control in Saginaw, MI. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Saginaw County Animal Care & Control • Saginaw, MI
Senior confirmed
Lady Jade Located in NM
Meet Lady Jade – Your Loyal, Gentle Shadow! Say hello to Lady Jade, a truly special 8-year-old female Belgian Malinois with a heart of gold and a soul…
Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. • Imlay City, MI
10+ years
Zz Roxy~Courtesy
Bio from rescuer: Please contact directly if you can assist with this sweet girl <3 Hello. This is Roxy. She goes by Roxy, Rox, or her favorite, ROXER…
Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue • Utica, MI
10+ years
SUZY in Toledo
Please meet Suzy! Suzy is a feisty little senior girl, who has finished treatment for heartworm. She is now ready for adoption. Suzy is about 11 lbs, …
Naked K9 & Small Dog Rescue • Erie, MI
Senior confirmed
Rose in Pittsburgh
Hi! I’m Rose but my foster Mom also calls me Rosie, Rosie Posie, Rosemarie and other silly things. My favorite things are soft beds, yummy food, treat…
Naked K9 & Small Dog Rescue • Erie, MI
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Romeo 2 ❤️
Romeo, oh such a suitable name for this goofy, loving dog. Romeo is a 9 year young Dachshund mix. He is great with other dogs and very sociable with h…
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
Canelo
Meet Canelo – Your Dream Companion in His Golden Years Canelo is an 9-year-old pit bull with a heart full of love and a lifetime of loyalty to give. T…
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
Tanbo - Yq Litter ♥
Hi, I’m Tanbo… but my friends call me Snoop! I was adopted as a puppy and sadly found my way back to the rescue due to family circumstances. While tha…
Last Day Dog Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior confirmed
Sarah
Hi, please let me introduce myself, my name is Sarah and I am a Lab/Jack Russell Terrier. I am house trained and crate trained, and love to go on walk…
Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue • Livonia, MI
Senior dogs in Michigan by breed
Senior dogs in Michigan by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Michigan
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue — Utica, Michigan · See Sanilac Scoopers DBA Making Miracles Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue — Livonia, Michigan · See Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. — Imlay City, Michigan · See Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc.’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Detroit Animal Care and Control — Detroit, Michigan · See Detroit Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Last Day Dog Rescue — Livonia, Michigan · See Last Day Dog Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Macomb County Animal Shelter and Animal Control — Clinton Township, Michigan · See Macomb County Animal Shelter and Animal Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Canine Companions Rescue Center — Clarkston, Michigan · See Canine Companions Rescue Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Missaukee Humane Society — Lake City, Michigan · See Missaukee Humane Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Naked K9 & Small Dog Rescue — Erie, Michigan · See Naked K9 & Small Dog Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- tysonsplacerescue.org — Holland, Michigan · See tysonsplacerescue.org’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan — Grandville, Michigan · See Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Noah Project — Muskegon, Michigan · See Noah Project’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Tyson's Place Animal Rescue — Holland, Michigan · See Tyson's Place Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Project Hope Animal Rescue — Coldwater, Michigan · See Project Hope Animal Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Saginaw County Animal Care & Control — Saginaw, Michigan · See Saginaw County Animal Care & Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Together We Rescue Detroit Animals — Livonia, Michigan · See Together We Rescue Detroit Animals’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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Adopting a senior dog in Michigan — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior dog in Michigan?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local group.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog in Michigan?
Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Many rescues also begin any needed medical care before adoption. The dog's profile or the shelter can confirm the current fee.
Are senior dogs harder to care for?
Usually not. Older dogs are typically calmer and already trained, which makes the first weeks far easier than with a puppy. Some have age-related needs like a special diet or joint support, and the listing or shelter will tell you what to expect.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another city in Michigan?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Michigan welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Michigan for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
What should I expect in the first weeks after adopting a senior dog in Michigan?
Senior dogs usually settle in faster than puppies because they're already past the most demanding stage. Expect a brief adjustment period — they may be shy at first, then relax into their personality. A consistent routine, a comfortable spot to rest, and patience are usually all it takes.
Can I foster a senior dog in Michigan instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Michigan offer foster programs — sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can try the match before committing. Fostering is especially valuable for senior dogs because it gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are senior dogs good with children or other pets in a Michigan home?
Many senior dogs are calm, gentle, and well-suited to family life — but it depends on the individual dog more than anything else. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you their specific history with children, cats, and other dogs before you apply. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
Know a senior dog in Michigan who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.